untreated group

[/ʌnˈtriːtɪd ɡruːp/]
nounpl: untreated groups
grupo não tratado
1. A control group in a scientific or medical study that does not receive the experimental treatment or intervention being tested
The untreated group showed no improvement in symptoms compared to the treatment group.
O grupo não tratado não apresentou melhoria nos sintomas em comparação com o grupo de tratamento.
2. A population or cohort that has not received medical, therapeutic, or experimental intervention for a specific condition
Researchers compared the health outcomes of the untreated group with those who received the new medication.
Os pesquisadores compararam os resultados de saúde do grupo não tratado com aqueles que receberam a nova medicação.
This term is primarily used in academic, medical, and scientific contexts in both Brazil and the United States. It is essential terminology in clinical trials, epidemiological studies, and experimental research methodology. The concept of an untreated group is fundamental to the scientific method and evidence-based medicine across both cultures.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
control groupplacebo groupnon-intervention group
Antonyms / Antônimos
treated groupintervention groupexperimental group

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
grupo não tratado
Standard term used in scientific and medical research contexts
Portugal
grupo não tratado
Same usage as Brazil in medical and scientific research
General English (USA)
untreated group
Standard terminology in clinical research and statistics

Related Words

clinical trialcontrolplacebointerventionstudy design

Related Idioms & Phrases

control group
baseline group
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